Real Estate
By Braenen Ross
Refinancing with a VA IRRRL: Is It Worth It in 2025?
As we move through 2025, veterans across the nation are asking themselves a critical question: Should I refinance [...]
Borrow Money
By Braenen Ross
How VA Loans Work for Surviving Spouses and Gold Star Families
When a service member makes the ultimate sacrifice or passes away, their surviving spouse shouldn’t have to worry [...]
Editor Picks
By Braenen Ross
What Happens to Your VA Loan If You Get Deployed or PCS?
Military life is unpredictable. One day, you’re settled into your home, and the next, you’re receiving orders for [...]
Invest Money
By Braenen Ross
How to Use a VA Loan to Build a New Home from the Ground Up
Building your dream home is an exciting journey, and as a veteran, you have access to one of [...]
Save Money
By Braenen Ross
4 Ways to Get a Lower Interest Rate on Your VA Loan
As a veteran, you’ve earned access to one of the most powerful financial tools available: the VA loan. [...]
Save Money
By Braenen Ross
Financial Planning Tips for Transitioning Veterans
Transitioning from military to civilian life brings many new challenges. One of the biggest challenges is how to [...]
Real Estate
By Marcus Marion, CMA™
Active-Duty Military Need a Statement of Service for a VA Loan
Active-duty military members can benefit by using a VA loan in many ways. This program allows you to [...]
Real Estate
By Marcus Marion, CMA™
Breaking: VA Will Change Rules for Agent Commissions to Aid Buyers
In the past, the official VA loan guidelines prohibited home buyers from paying real estate agent commissions. It [...]
Real Estate
By Marcus Marion, CMA™
Benefits of Using a Non-Military Spouse’s Income on a VA Loan
“Can I use my spouse’s income when applying for a VA home loan, even if he or she [...]
Real Estate
By Marcus Marion, CMA™
A Borrower’s Guide to the VA Construction Loan
The VA home loan program allows eligible military members and veterans to buy a home with no down [...]
Real Estate
By Marcus Marion, CMA™
How to Buy a Condo Unit with a VA Mortgage Loan
Many military members and veterans eligible for VA loans want to know if they can buy a condo [...]
Real Estate
By Marcus Marion, CMA™
How Credit Scores Affect Mortgage Rates on a VA Loan
The Department of Veterans Affairs does not require a minimum credit score for the VA home loan program. [...]